Bakewell is an idyllic market town that you can explore with your dog. We've sniffed out our top 15 dog friendly pubs in Bakewell for you and your pooch to pop into.

15 Beautiful Dog Friendly Pubs in Bakewell

If you're looking for a chilled out companion to accompany you on the sofa, look no further. We've got a full list of 15 lazy dog breeds here for you to check out.

15 of the Laziest dog breeds

In short, yes, dogs can be stung by nettles. You might think they've got full protection from their furry coat, but this only provides a little shielding. Read on to find out more about nettles and your dog.

Can a dog be stung by nettles?

Neurological signs following suspected exposure to stinging nettles in two dogs

Dorset is a popular spot for weekend stay-cations, beach walks and stopping for pints with your pooch. We've sniffed out 15 dog friendly pubs in Dorset to set you up on your travels.

15 Delightful Dog Friendly Pubs in Dorset

A common canine behaviour, sniffing butts is natural and normal and pretty much ever dog does it. Read on to find out the reasons why dogs sniff each other's butts.

Why do dogs sniff each other's butts?

Dogs have various body language signals to show how they're feeling, but do our dogs smile like humans do? Let's find out.

Do dogs smile?

Dog-laughter: Recorded playback reduces stress related behaviour in shelter dogs

A simple reason for a big difference: wolves do not look back at humans, but dogs do

We've all seen a dog with a case of the "zoomies", but what are they and why do dogs get the zoomies? Read on to find out.

Why do dogs get the zoomies?

Plenty of people visit Bath for a stay-cation, and luckily for your pooch, it's super dog-friendly too! Here's 15 of our fave dog-friendly pubs in Bath.

15 Brilliant Dog Friendly Pubs in Bath

How your dog sleeps can tell you a lot about how they're feeling both physically and mentally. Read on to find out more about what your dog's sleeping positions mean.

What do my dog’s sleeping positions mean?

It's not just humans that benefit from a healthier, fresh start on the 1st of January, so read on to get some inspiration for New Year's resolutions for your dog to embark upon!

10 New Year's resolutions for your dog

As New Year's Eve approaches, we've got all of our top tips and a detailed guide to helping your dog feel safe and calm during firework season.

How to help your dog deal with fireworks

 Not a one-way road—Severity, progression and prevention of firework fears in dogs

Effectiveness of treatments for firework fears in dogs 

Christmas isn't always the most wonderful time of the year for dogs. Keep reading to find out all our top tips to keep your dog safe and stress-free this festive period.

How to keep your dog safe and stress-free at Christmas

Effectiveness of treatments for firework fears in dogs

Here, we've fetched 15 of the best dog-friendly pubs in Windermere for you and your pooch to test out.

15 of the Best Dog Friendly Pubs in Windermere

Toy dog breeds make the perfect pets, and here we've compiled a list of toy dog breeds we think would make great four-legged friends. Keep reading to find out all about these pocket-sized pooches.

All about toy dog breeds

Here we talk about all the foods you can feed your dog over Christmas, so read on to find out more about how to treat your dog this Christmas.

What Christmas foods can dogs eat?

Loads of the delicious food we eat at Christmas can be dangerous for dogs, so read on to find out the Christmas foods you should never feed your dog.

Christmas foods you should never feed your dog

Newquay is a favourite for British staycationers. We've sniffed out 15 of the nicest dog friendly pubs in Newquay for you and your hound to visit during your stay.

15 Nice Dog Friendly Pubs in Newquay

How often you feed your dog depends on their size, age and health, it'll differ for every dog. Read on to find out our tips for feeding your dog, how often you should you feed your dog and why.

How often should I feed my dog?

Dogs sigh for many reasons, contentment, relaxation, stress release and even because they're feeling poorly. Read on to find out all about why dogs sigh.

Why do dogs sigh?

Sheffield is great for both a city break and it's close proximity to the Peak District. After a walk with the dog, you'll need to check out our 15 of the best dog friendly pubs in Sheffield.

15 Super Dog Friendly Pubs in Sheffield

Dental care is key to protecting your dog's oral hygiene and preventing issues like gum disease. Read on to find out how to clean your dog's teeth to keep them squeaky clean.

How to clean your dog’s teeth

Dental home care in dogs - a questionnaire study among Swedish dog owners, veterinarians and veterinary nurses

Oral health benefits of a daily dental chew in dogs

Your dog's temperature should be between 38.3℃ to 39.2℃, even a small rise or drop in this can be serious. Read on to find out more about keeping your dog's body temperature stable.

What should a dog's temperature be?

Weymouth is a popular spot for a British staycation thanks to its glorious beaches, rich history, and plentiful attractions. Check out our top picks of dog friendly pubs in Weymouth here.

15 Wonderful Dog Friendly Pubs in Weymouth

One of the most important commands you can teach any dog is “stay”, it teaches them impulse control and can help keep them safe. Read on to learn all of our top tips for teaching your dog to stay on command.

How to teach your dog to stay

Dogs lick us to show affection, respect and care, along with many other things. Canine behaviour can be strange, so read on to find out all the reasons why dogs lick our feet.

Why do dogs lick feet?

Oxford is a popular day-trip destination, that has recently become home to various dog-friendly attractions, eateries and pubs. Read on to find out our top 15 dog friendly pubs in Oxford.

15 of the Best Dog Friendly Pubs in Oxford

Bringing a new dog into your house to meet your current dog can be tricky. We’re here to give you all our top tips for introducing a new dog to your current dog so you can nail those first impressions and help them build that lifelong friendship.

How to introduce another dog to your current dog

Just like people, sneezing is perfectly normal canine behaviour. Your dog could be sneezing because of allergies, an irritant or even because of what breed they are. Read on to find out why your dog is sneezing.

Why is my dog sneezing?

If you want to let your dog off the lead to give them some freedom, recall is a fundamental skill to teach. Read on to learn our step-by-step guide for teaching your dog to come back when called.

How to teach your dog recall

Whether you and the pooch are locals, or you're heading for walkies atop the famous white cliffs, you'll need a place to pop in for a pint along the way. Read on to find out our top 15 dog-friendly pubs in and around Kent.

15 of the Best Dog Friendly Pubs in Kent

We yawn when we're tired or bored, so do our dogs yawn for the same reasons? Let's explore all the theories behind your dog's body language and see why your dog is yawning.

Why do dogs yawn?

Contagious yawning in domestic dog puppies (Canis lupus familiaris): the effect of ontogeny and emotional closeness on low-level imitation in dogs

Familiarity Bias and Physiological Responses in Contagious Yawning by Dogs Support Link to Empathy

Dogs teach us care, compassion and commitment, giving many people an idea of what life would be like with a human child. Read on to find out how to prepare yourself and your dog when you're expecting and how best to introduce your dog to your baby.

How to introduce your dog to your baby

Cat and Dog Ownership in Early Life and Infant Development: A Prospective Birth Cohort Study of Japan Environment and Children's Study

Walkers on two legs or four are drawn to the Lake District for many reasons, mostly the beautiful landscapes and adventurous walks. You'll want a place to stop off and have a rest, so read on to find out our top 15 dog-friendly pubs in the Lake District.

15 of the Best Dog Friendly Pubs in the Lake District

Everyone wants their dog to live a long, happy life, which can be done through a combination of nutritious, healthy food, annual check-ups at the vet and the right amount of exercise. But how much is the right amount of exercise for our dogs? Read on to find out more.

How much exercise does my dog need?

Separation anxiety is the negative behaviour your dog exhibits when you’re not there, and it’s a very serious condition that causes your dog a lot of distress. Read on to find out the definition of separation anxiety, why it happens, how to spot it and how to stop it.

What to do to solve your dog's separation anxiety

Separation anxiety in dogs: What progress has been made in our understanding of the most common behavioral problems in dogs?

The efficacy of systematic desensitisation for treating the separation-related problem behaviour of domestic dogs 

Risk factors and behaviours associated with separation anxiety in dogs

Prevalence, comorbidity, and behavioural variation in canine anxiety

Early life experiences and exercise associate with canine anxieties

Developing diagnostic frameworks in veterinary behavioural medicine: Disambiguating separation related behaviour in dogs

Canine separation anxiety: strategies for treatment and management 

Teaching your dog how to lie down is a handy trick, it encourages your dog to settle, teaches obedience and can offer a distraction. Read on for our detailed step by step guide to teaching your dog to lie down.

How to teach your dog to lie down

Dogs use their mouths to explore the world, but have you ever wondered how many teeth dogs have, what they're all used for and what to expect with those tiny new puppy teeth. Read on to find out everything you need to know about your dog's teeth.

How many teeth do dogs have?

Cornwall has always been the prime destination for staycations, famed for sand, sun, surf and pasties. Amazingly, almost every watering hole is a dog-friendly pub in Cornwall, but we’ve fetched a few of our favourites into one list of charming dog-friendly pubs in Cornwall.

15 Charming Dog Friendly Pubs in Cornwall

We all love dogs, they’re silly, adorable, and a whole lot of fun. But it’s no secret that they get up to some pretty revolting stuff. Why do dogs eat poo, is it harmful and how do we stop the disgusting habit?

Why do dogs eat poo?

Pilot study to identify risk factors for coprophagic behaviour in dogs PDF

The paradox of canine conspecific coprophagy

Nutrition can actually have an impact on your dog’s behaviour. At the end of the day, a healthy dog equals a happy dog. We’re going to delve deep into how feeding your dog a nutritious diet could potentially change up their bad behaviour.

Dog nutrition and behaviour - Do they link?

The effect of graded concentrations of dietary tryptophan on canine behavior in response to the approach of a familiar or unfamiliar individual

Overweight dogs are more likely to display undesirable behaviours: results of a large online survey of dog owners in the UK 

Impact of nutrition on canine behaviour: Current status and possible mechanisms

Effects of extrusion processing on nutrients in dry pet food

Effect of dietary protein content and tryptophan supplementation on dominance aggression, territorial aggression, and hyperactivity in dogs

Effect of age and dietary intervention on discrimination learning in pet dogs

Behavioural differences  in dogs with atopic dermatitis suggest stress could be a significant problem associated with chronic pruritus 

A high fibre diet responsive case in a poodle dog with long-term plant eating behaviour

A deletion in the canine POMC gene is associated with weight and appetite in obesity-prone Labrador Retriever dogs

In the canine world, it’s the standard advice to not bother a dog while they’re eating. Dogs can get protective over their food, toys and even their bed, this is called resource guarding. Read on to find out more about resource guarding and how to stop it.

Resource guarding

Factors associated with canine resource guarding behaviour in the presence of people: A cross-sectional survey of dog owners 

Characteristics and Adoption Success of Shelter Dogs Assessed as Resource Guarders

Defining and Clarifying the Terms Canine Possessive Aggression and Resource Guarding: A Study of Expert Opinion

Resource guarding 

As one of the UK’s biggest and busiest cities, Liverpool boasts many dog friendly pubs for you and your pup to pop into after a day exploring. Read on to find out our top picks of the best dog friendly pubs in Liverpool.

15 Lovely Dog Friendly Pubs in Liverpool

Do you ever get the feeling that you’re being watched? Dogs stare, a lot, and you've probably wondered why. There are a few reasons why your dog might be staring at you, but it all boils down to it being a form of communication. Read on to find out.

Why does my dog stare at me?

Evolution of facial muscle anatomy in dogs

Does your dog go wild when you say the word ‘walkies’? Training your dog to walk nicely on the lead is essential, so read on to find out all our tips and tricks on loose lead walking.

Training your dog to walk on the lead - Loose lead walking

Dogs and children can make a great combination, teaching children the importance of gentleness, care and responsibility, alongside providing them with a constant playmate. Read on for our list of the best family dog breeds.

The best family dog breeds

Brighton is a beloved seaside day trip, with plenty of people and pooches popping down on weekends. There’s lots to explore and a whole pack of dog-friendly pubs,  read on to find out our top 15 dog-friendly pubs in Brighton!

15 Brilliant Dog Friendly Pubs in Brighton

Keeping your pup clean is all part and parcel of being a pet parent. It helps to keep your pooch happy and healthy, but as importantly, it means your home stays clean and smell-free. Keep reading to find out how often you need to wash and shampoo your dog.

How often should you wash your dog?

Your dog’s wiry whiskers definitely add to their cute appeal and enhance their expressive faces. However, they're aren't just there for cuteness, they actually have a purpose. Let’s take a look at what a whisker is, and why our four-legged friend's snouts seem to be covered in them.

Why do dogs have whiskers?

With miles of tracks to explore through countryside, coast, and woodland, it’s no wonder the New Forest has long been a favourite for dog walkers. After a long walk, you'll no doubt want a pitstop in a nice pub. We've listed our top 15 dog friendly pubs in New Forest.

15 Nifty Dog Friendly Pubs in New Forest

One of the most frustrating things you’ll have to deal with as a new puppy paw-rent is a boisterous baby dog that jumps up any time they say hello, or bounce up on the sofa and on top of you every time you sit down. So, how do you stop your dog from jumping up at you?

How to stop your dog from jumping up

Keeping your own fitness levels up is a healthy hobby and keeping your four-legged friend’s fitness up is an essential part of being a pooch paw-rent. So, why not combine the two and take up running with your dog? Read on to find out what breed is best for running, how to train your dog to run with you and what the benefits are of running with your dog. 

Running with your dog

The health benefits of dog walking for pets and people

University study reveals running with dogs is a top remedy for bad moods

Harrogate has long been a fantastic place to visit, spas, countryside walks and a whole lot of pubs that you and your pup can visit for a drink. Read on to hear our top 15 dog friendly pubs in Harrogate.

15 of the Best Dog Friendly Pubs in Harrogate

Our dogs age at a much faster rate than us humans, and many pooch paw-rents are keen to know what their pups age is in human years. We’ve all heard the age-old theory that 1 year for a dog is equal to 7 human years, but is this true? Read on to find out how to work out your dog's age in human years.

How old is my dog in human years?

The Size–Life span trade-off decomposed: Why large dogs die young

Quantitative translation of dog-to-human aging by conserved remodelling of the DNA Methylome

You may be looking for a quick-witted, clever canine to train to paw-fection. Some dogs reach top of the class when it comes to tricks and training, whereas some fall behind. So, what makes a dog smart and which breeds are classed as the smartest?

The smartest dog breeds – What makes a dog smart?

Absolute brain size predicts dog breed differences in executive function

Dogs tell us an awful lot through their body language, so we must try and understand what they're trying to communicate. Shaking is common in dogs, and it happens for various different reasons. Read on to find out why dogs shake and shiver.

Why is my dog shaking?

Wet mammals shake at tuned frequencies to dry

Essex is the paw-fect place to head for walkies whatever scenery you’d like, as between the large expanse of coastline, extensive forests, and areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty, there’s always something new to explore. We've sniffed out 15 of the best dog friendly pubs in the area for you and your pooch to visit.

15 Excellent Dog Friendly Pubs in Essex

Your dog is sleeping, but suddenly, they’re twitching, tossing and turning, along with letting out a few tiny whimpers. Does this mean your pooch is dreaming? It’s a true fact that dogs do dream, but how does it work, what do they dream about and is it similar to how we dream? Read on to learn about dogs and dreaming.

Do dogs dream?

The interrelated effect of sleep and learning in dogs (Canis familiaris); an EEG and behaviourist study 

Sleep duration and behaviours: A descriptive analysis of a cohort of dogs up to 12 months of age

Do dogs dream? 

As owners, we want to make sure we give our pets the best dog food that provides all the nutrition our pets need to keep them healthy and happy. Read on to find out what the best dog food is for your dog.

How to find the Best Dog Food

Extrusion processing: Effects on dry canine diets 

The Impact of Food Processing on the Nutritional Quality of Vitamins and Minerals

The impact of processing on the nutritional quality of food proteins

Assessment of nutritional adequacy of the protein in dog foods by trials on growing rats

Sighthounds is the collective term for many beloved breeds and they boast a unique beauty, unbeatable speed and impeccable vision. Read on to learn which breeds are classed under this term, their history and overall just everything you need to know about the speedy sighthound.

Sighthounds – Everything you need to know

Pharmacogenomics of poor drug metabolism in Greyhounds: Cytochrome P450 (CYP) 2B11 genetic variation, breed distribution, and functional characterization

Nottingham is the home of England's oldest pub and is actually the birthplace of the French Bulldog. If you’re here to explore the city you’ll definitely want to “pup” into the city for a drink at some point. We’ve nosed around and found 15 of our favourite dog-friendly pubs in Nottingham for you and your pooch.

15 Noteworthy Dog Friendly Pubs in Nottingham

ur dogs do lots of weird and wonderful things, and we don’t always know why. For example, plenty of pooches will perch on your feet. But why do dogs sit on your feet? Read on to find out the various reasons why your pup is sitting on your feet?

Why do dogs sit on your feet?

Wolves to dogs: Study finds canine affection for humans linked to oxytocin sensitivity

We’ve all heard the age-old theory that dogs can only see in black and white. Realistically, our dogs actually can see some colours. We’re going to explore what our dogs can see, why they can’t see all the colours of the rainbow and how it impacts their everyday life.

Are dogs colour blind?

Northumberland is literally as far North as you can get in England, and it’s paw-sitively packed with wild landscapes, coastlines and rolling green pastures to explore. But after all that adventure, you’ll both want the chance to paw-se for a rest and refreshments. Luckily, there’s plenty of dog-friendly pubs in Northumberland and we’ve sniffed out 15 of our favourites for you to “pup” into.

15 Nice Dog Friendly Pubs in Northumberland

I’m willing to bet that your pooch has stopped, dropped, and rolled at some point on a walk. Almost every dog has rolled around in the grass at some point, but why do they do this? Rolling around in the grass is pretty natural for our furry friends and we're going to explain some of the reasons why.

Why do dogs roll in grass?

Ely is the second smallest city in the UK and famous for the beautiful cathedral in its heart, which seems almost too big for this compact city. It's a great trip destination and very easy to explore on foot for people and pooches of all ages.We’ve rounded up 15 of our favourite dog walks in Ely that are sure to entice both you and the dog for some time in the great outdoors.

15 Excellent Dog Walks in Ely

York is a pup-ular destination for a weekend away as the busy city is jam-packed with history, food, culture, and a lot of great places to go for a drink. Being paw-ticularly pet friendly, there are plenty of dog-friendly pubs in York you and your furry friend can visit after a trip around town or a walk along the River Ouse. Read on for our top picks.

15 of the Best Dog Friendly Pubs in York

I’m willing to bet we’ve all seen a dog carrying a big old branch like it’s a trophy, or at least a pooch playing fetch with a stick. But why do dogs like sticks so much when our other pets don’t seem slightly interested? There are a few possibilities, so let's explore why our dogs go barking mad for branches.

Why do dogs like sticks?

We’re going to give you our ultimate list of 15 big, brilliant and breathtaking dogs that look like bears, starting with the tiny teddy-bear dogs all the way up to the dogs whose size does actually rival that of a real bear. All dogs are cute, but these ones are all paw-stively adorable!

Dog Breeds That Look Like Bears

Tucked away on the southeast corner of Northamptonshire, bordering Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire, is the pretty market town of Brackley. This little town is a great destination for anyone with their pooch looking to explore a new town that’s easy-to-reach with a wealth of nearby walks. Read on to find out our top picks for the best dog walks in Brackley.

15 Breathtaking Dog Walks in Brackley

It's inevitable for most dogs that they will need to be left at home alone at some point in their lives. However, this can be very distressing for some dogs as they are naturally a very social species. We're going to tackle a few ways for you to help your dog be calm, relaxed and content when they're home alone.

Leaving your dog home alone

Whether you’re on a city break or moving to the big smoke, you and the pooch will want to scope out all the best walks and watering holes. As well as a number of paw-some walks, you'll find a good number of fur-iendly establishments. So where are the best dog-friendly pubs in London?

14 Lovely Dog Friendly Pubs in London

Tail chasing is a cute and classic canine behaviour, and dogs usually just do it for entertainment. There are several different reasons why your dog could be displaying this behaviour, most of them harmless. However, if it's excessive it could be a sign of something deeper. Read on to find out why your dog might be chasing their tail.

Why do dogs chase their tails?

Tail chasing can be a behavioural or medical problem

Repetitive behaviours in cats and dogs: Are they really a sign of obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD)?

Environmental effects on compulsive tail chasing in dogs 

Characteristics of compulsive tail chasing and associated risk factors in Bull Terriers 

Over the years, countless things have become iconic symbols of English culture, such as cups of tea, fish and chips and the Royal Family to name a few. Even some dog breeds are heavily ingrained into English culture. Read on to learn more about our round up of the most English dog breeds!

The most English dog breeds

Dogs vocalise for many reasons. They whine, bark, howl and growl for several different reasons. It's ultimately a form of communication. So, to stop the barking, you must first understand why they are doing it. Learn more about why your dog may be barking and how to stop it here.

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